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7. General information for all undergraduate students
7.1. Credits and exemptions
7.2. Subject changes
7.3. Subject prerequisites
7.4. Subject levels
7.5. Workloads
7.6. Repeated failure in a subject
7.7. Re-enrolment/course planning
7.8. Leave of absence or course discontinuation
7.8.1. International students
7.9. Resumption of course
7.10. Transition
7.11. Communication skills and ESL subjects
7.12. Attendance and timetable
7.13. Commerce computer laboratories
7.14. Disability contact officer
7.15. Mental health contact officers
7.16. Concurrent diplomas
Students should be aware of their rights and obligations while at the University. Essential information on matters such as enrolment, assessment, special consideration in the event of illness or other difficulties etc., is contained in the Student Diary, issued to every student on enrolment.
Students who have successfully completed MUPHAS or other enhancement studies may be eligible to apply for credit toward the Bachelor of Commerce. Credit will be granted for subjects that, in the opinion of the Faculty, are equivalent to those that could normally be undertaken as part of the Bachelor of Commerce.
Students who have achieved a study score of 44 or above in VCE Units 3 and 4 Accounting or a score of 88 or above in Trinity Foundation Accounting are eligible to apply for an exemption from 306-103 Accounting 1A.
Students who have achieved a study score of 40 or above in VCE Units 3 and 4 Information Technology or a score of 80 or above in Trinity Foundation Computing and Information Management are eligible to apply for an exemption from 306-105 Business Computing.
Students who have achieved a score of 6 or above in the IB Higher Level Economics are eligible to apply for an exemption from 316-101 Introductory Macroeconomics.
Students commencing the BCom with previous, incomplete university studies may be given credit for up to 150 points towards the BCom. Credit will only be given for subjects successfully completed, which, in the opinion of the Faculty, are equivalent to those subjects permitted to be undertaken as part of the BCom. Students who have undertaken studies at other institutions must complete, or be granted credit for, the four compulsory subjects, and must complete at least 50 level-3 points within the Faculty in order to be eligible to graduate.
Graduates admitted to the BCom course will receive credit for a maximum of 100 points. A diplomate with a three-year qualification may receive credit for up to 100 points as approved by the general manager.
Credit must be applied for upon enrolment in the BCom. Credit applications cannot be considered after a student has commenced studies.
Students wishing to apply for credit or an exemption should consult the Faculty's credit and exemptions policy and procedure brochure available from the Faculty Office.
BCom and BCom combined students can change their subjects online using the Student Information System (SIS) http://sis.unimelb.edu.au. Students attempting a subject change that cannot be approved on-line (eg. overloading) must attend a subject change session. At these sessions a course adviser will consider the change and counsel you if they believe it is not appropriate. If approved, the change will be made on the spot. Combined course students can only make changes to the BCom component of their degree at the Faculty of Economics and Commerce. Changes to the other component must be made at the Faculty administering that course. The dates relating to subject changes are detailed in Course and subject changes in the general information section of this Handbook and subject change session times are published on the Faculty's web site prior to the commencement of each semester.
Students are not permitted to enrol in subjects without first completing all prerequisite and/or corequisite subjects as listed in this Handbook. In addition to specific subject prerequisites, students should be aware of the general year-level prerequisites for each subject. For further information about these see Subject levels.
Subjects are taught at either level-1 (first year), level-2 (second year) or level-3 (third year). The year level of economics and commerce subjects is indicated by the fourth numeral of the subject code. Students may not enrol in level-2 subjects until they have completed at least 75 level-1 points and students may not enrol in level-3 subjects until they have completed at least 175 level-1 and level-2 points.
Overloading in a semester means enrolling in more than the normal full-time load of 50 points (or four subjects). If you wish to take a language subject as part of your degree you will be permitted to enrol in 56.25 points in a semester. The following guidelines apply to the granting of permission to overload:
First year students will not be permitted to overload under any circumstances.
Students who have failed two or more subjects in their first year will not be given permission to overload in their second year.
A maximum load of up to 62.5 points is permitted.
Students who have achieved an average of at least 70 in the previous semester (in which they were enrolled in at least 50 points) may be permitted to overload in the subsequent semester.
Third year students who have passed all subjects in the previous semester (in which they were enrolled in at least 50 points) will normally be permitted to overload to complete their degree in their final semester.
Students will not be permitted to exceed a total of 300 points (24 subjects) in the single BCom or 500 points in a combined BCom course. Permission to overload in any semester will only be granted if the Faculty believes that the student has the ability to pass all the subjects in the overloaded course, and that the overload will not result in a substantially diminished performance in the course.
Students will not be permitted to enrol in a non-compulsory subject for a third time. Students who fail one of the four compulsory subjects three times are likely to be recommended for suspension from the BCom. For further information, please see Unsatisfactory progress
First-year students receive individual assistance in planning their courses when they enrol. Continuing students are required to annually submit and have approved a course plan of their intended studies for the year ahead. If required, you should consult with a Faculty course adviser for assistance in planning your subject enrolment. Students will be conacted by email with full details of the re-enrolment process during Semester 2.
Provided students have had their course plan approved by the Faculty and have passed all their subjects, they should receive an authorised enrolment from student administration. If an authorised enrolment is received, students will not be required to attend the University during the re-enrolment period to complete re-enrolment. Re-enrolment is completed by following all the procedures set out in the information pack sent to students. Students who do not receive re-enrolment information should contact the Faculty Office for further information. If students do not re-enol by the required date, a late fee will be incurred.
Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce combined students may be granted up to two semesters of leave from study. In extenuating circumstances additional leave may be granted. Applications for leave of absence are available from the Faculty Office.
Students wishing to discontinue their studies must provide written advice of this to the Faculty. Forms to advise of a course discontinuation are also available from the Faculty Office.
The Department of Immigration, Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs (DIMIA) generally accepts deferment or postponement of studies (usually six months duration) on the grounds of illness, evidenced by a medical certificate, or other exceptional circumstances beyond the control of the student, for example bereavement. Inability to pay fees is not considered an exceptional circumstance. Although your leave of absence has been approved by the University, it is possible that DIMIA may cancel your student visa while you are out of Australia.
It is strongly advised that you contact the Australian Embassy in your home country to check the status of your student visa before you attempt to travel back to Australia. If your student visa has been cancelled you may wish to provide the Australian Embassy with documentation to substantiate and clarify the grounds that necessitated your leave of absence from your studies in Australia.
Students suspended from a course, or who discontinue from a course, may apply to be re-selected into the course in competition with other applicants during the selection period. Students may not retain credit for a subject for longer than 10 years.
The Faculty of Economics and Commerce has a number of transition programs designed to support first year students in achieving their full potential in their studies, as well as providing opportunities to meet other students. These programs include:
a peer mentor program
study groups
individual learning skills consultations
the Transition to Commerce subject
The Faculty of Economics and Commerce offers a study assistance subject for all first-year students. Transition to Commerce is an introductory subject which provides many of the skills needed to assist students to make the most of their learning in the Faculty. The subject provides a clear understanding of how to approach learning effectively and efficiently and indicates what is expected in each of the Faculty's departments. Transition to Commerce helps to develop learning strategies that are appropriate to university study.
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Arts combined course are automatically enrolled in the Transition to Commerce subject. Students attend Transition to Commerce lectures for five weeks of the semester which is scheduled into their timetable. Transition to Commerce is a regular part of the study program and students are expected to attend. There is no formal assessment and it is not a credit subject. Transition to Commerce is one of the pathways through which the Faculty of Economics and Commerce hopes to make the learning experience at university an enjoyable and successful one.
Information about these programs is given to all new commerce students at enrolment and can be obtained from the Faculty Office or the Faculty Teaching and Learning Unit (TLU)
BCom students are permitted to enrol in a maximum of one subject from communication skills and ESL in their course. Approval for such enrolments is discretionary and is given on an individual basis.
Students are expected to attend all classes (lectures, tutorials, practical work etc.), and submit all set assignments. Many subjects have assessed tutorial attendance and if you do not meet this requirement, you may be excluded from examinations in the subject concerned. It is important, therefore, to keep informed of the requirements of each subject you undertake. Make sure that you obtain all programs, instructions and guidelines issued by staff.
While every effort is made to avoid timetable clashes, the number of subjects available to BCom students makes it impossible to accommodate every possible subject combination. If a subject combination results in lecture or tutorial time clashes, students must change their subjects. Attendance is expected at all scheduled lectures, tutorials and seminars.
The computer facilities on-campus can be grouped into two broad categories:
general access laboratories provided by ITS and the Student Union
Faculty and departmental laboratories
You must have your student card with you for identification when you use any computer facilities at the University of Melbourne. For information on general access computer laboratories, including a 24 hour laboratory, go to http://www.its.unimelb.edu.au/students.html. Information regarding Economics and Commerce Faculty computing laboratories is available from the Facilities and Resources section of the Faculty web site http://www.ecom.unimelb.edu.au/.
Students with a temporary or permanent disability or medical condition requiring additional assistance should contact the Faculty's disability contact officer (FDCO). The FDCO can ensure students with special needs have access to a number of University services provided by the Disability Liaison Unit (DLU) including alternative examination arrangements (such as additional writing time or a venue which is wheelchair accessible), notetakers or sign language interpreters, specialised equipment (such as computer screen reading software) and overall support in liaising with academic and other general staff. Students who think that they may require alternative exam arrangements should discuss this matter with the Faculty's disability contact officer early in the academic year (or, in the case of acute conditions, as soon as possible). Some form of documentation will normally be required. It is now possible for students with permanent disabilities with non-changing effects to have appropriate examination arrangements on an on-going basis. Note that English as a second language is not grounds for alternative exam arrangements.
For more information on the wide range of services that the DLU provide, go to their website http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability or visit them on campus to make a time to discuss your needs. Handbooks for students with disabilities are available at the DLU.
The Faculty of Economics and Commerce has a number of nominated mental health contact officers (MHCOs) who have undertaken awareness training on issues that affect students with mental illnesses. MHCOs are available to assist students with Faculty-related matters when the student is either unsure where to seek advice or feels unable to manage an issue. They endeavour to streamline and clarify processes and are available to discuss items such as leave of absence, HECS census dates, special consideration etc. and can assist by liaising with academic and other administrative staff. An MHCO is not a trained psychologist and cannot provide counselling or help you with managing your illness but can refer you to other University services such as counselling, health service, or chaplaincy.
To become eligible for the MHCO program, you must first register with the Disability Liaison Unit (DLU). If you have previously registered with the DLU, ask them to refer you to the Faculty's MHCO. The DLU will discuss your needs and view medical documentation that outlines your mental health condition. All information is held confidentially and will not be stored on your student file but is essential in order to provide support for your academic needs. After the DLU makes a referral to an MHCO, you will need to make an appointment to meet with them to ensure that you are both clear about roles, information sharing and procedures.
The Faculty of Arts offers a Diploma in Modern Languages and a Diploma of Arts to students undertaking courses in faculties other than arts. For further information see Diploma in Modern Languages and see Diploma of Arts. The Faculty of Music offers a Diploma of Music to students undertaking courses in faculties other than music. For more information see Diploma in Music (Practical). The Faculty of Science offers a Diploma in Information Systems to students undertaking courses in faculties other than science. For further information see Diploma in Information Systems. The School of Creative Arts (Faculty of Arts) offers a Diploma in Creative Arts. For further information, please see Diploma in Creative Arts.
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